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Census Bureau: 8% of people in Rusk County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 52,542 citizens living in Rusk County in 2021, 92% said they were only one race, while 8% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

The most prevalent racial group among citizens in Rusk County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 73.1% or 38,398 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 16.4% and totaled 8,615 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Rusk County is 2.9% lower than the state average, which stands at 10.9%.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau's American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed. These funds significantly influence community services, education, and infrastructure in areas like Rusk County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Rusk County
White [73.1%]African American [16.4%]Multiracial [8%]Ethnicities < 5% [2.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Rusk County
Estimated Total
White38,398
African American8,615
Multiracial4,198
Some Other Race969
Asian271
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander61
American Indian or Alaska Native30
Source: US Census Bureau

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